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Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Almost 5000 electric vehicles recalled due to fire risk

Hyundai has recalled almost 5000 vehicles due a fault with its battery management software. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

Thousands of Australian drivers will be asked to check their electric vehicle batteries as part of a global recall involving more than 100,000 cars.

Hyundai issued a local recall for almost 5000 vehicles on Friday due a fault with its battery management software that could cause a fire while the car is recharging or while it is parked.

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